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Subscription Health Dashboard Update: Optimize Deployments and Identify Issues: For VM teams navigating the complex realm of cybersecurity tools, ensuring deployment health is paramount. Swift methods are required to pinpoint issues amidst complexity. Challenges such as duplicate entries, ghost hosts, and decommissioned devices can obstruct these views, hindering data cleanliness in the platform. To address these hurdles, Qualys practitioners must apply best practices. Reliable, […]

Digital trust is the key to unlocking productivity and revenue growth, according to a recent study by Entrust. The survey of over 1,800 leaders across industries revealed that organizations with high levels of digital trust experienced significant benefits, including increased employee productivity, higher customer satisfaction, and revenue growth. Digital trust encompasses data privacy, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance. By prioritizing digital trust, businesses can foster a secure and trustworthy digital environment, enabling seamless operations and fostering customer confidence. Digital trust is not just a technology issue but a strategic imperative. Implementing robust digital trust measures can unlock new opportunities, drive innovation, and gain a competitive advantage in the digital landscape. #DigitalTrust #Cybersecurity #DataPrivacy #Productivity #RevenueGrowth

When I first started my career in the technology sector, many things then are still present today. People needing to access confidential material, using applications, sending documents between companies, saving passwords in locations they probably shouldn’t….. but some things have changed! Back in my day (almost getting old enough to say that!) applications used were almost exclusively on your local desktop. If you were important or lucky, you may have even used terminal services to access special applications. Then things changed with the introduction of VDI. When VDI came out, we started changing the way we look at our infrastructure and go about our business. It allowed us to start thinking about reducing physical footprints, cost savings as well as user experience enhancements and remote working capability. That benefit still rings true today! The big difference today though, is more and services are being moved online, either as private hosted cloud apps, or SaaS apps. Use cases have changed, flexibility is even more critical and SaaS is transforming how things are done which was heavily accelerated by Covid. In 2023, a study was done that showed on average, a business consumes around 371 SaaS apps, with enterprise companies reaching up to 473. One of the biggest concerns for IT teams identified was the security of sensitive company data. The main risks were data leaks to the public, or former employees retaining data after off-boarding. 56% of enterprise apps aren’t managed, meaning no one pays close attention to things like renewal dates, licenses, app usage, security, and compliance. On average, it takes 7.12 hours to off-board a user across a company’s SaaS apps–without a SaaSOps platform. The biggest challenges in using public cloud for business are security (66%), compliance (60%), lack of staff training/experience (58%), privacy (57%), vendor lock-in (47%), and cost (40%). Insider threats, which include former employees who retain access to an organization’s SaaS apps, are responsible for 22% of security incidents. What does this have to do with Palo Alto Networks ? That’s simple! Palo has been recognised 2 years in a row as a leader in the SASE Gartner magic quadrant. We were also positioned both highest in the ability to execute and furthest in completion of vision enabling us to secure any user, any device, any app, anywhere. Pretty neat, huh?

In the ever-changing landscape of technology, companies are faced with the paradoxical position of expanding access to information while also protecting it from security threats. Chris Peake, CISO and SVP of Security at Smartsheet, shares tools and strategies for data governance that frees users to work efficiently and securely: https://ow.ly/lXZQ30sCUWe

Shadow IT, the use of unauthorized systems or apps by employees, poses significant risks to organizations. With the rise of AI, cloud, and SaaS, these risks are escalating. The article mentions four actionable strategies to tackle shadow IT effectively: - Automate SaaS Discovery: Leverage browser extensions, API connectors, and rule-based discovery to identify unauthorized apps and maintain a clear app inventory. - Sync Data with SSO Reports: Integrate data from your organization's single sign-on (SSO) system to comprehensively view unused licenses and duplicate apps. - Implement Continuous Data Discovery: Regularly monitor and quarantine networks to prevent sensitive data from slipping outside secure zones. - Gatekeep Data Access: Establish strict data access controls to resist shadow IT and protect your organization's assets. Additionally, we should consider these points: -Promote a Culture of Compliance: Encourage employees to follow IT policies and procedures by providing regular training and clear communication about the risks of shadow IT. - Foster Collaboration: Work closely with different departments to understand their needs and provide approved tools that meet their requirements, reducing the temptation to use unauthorized apps. - Leverage Zero Trust Principles: Implement Zero Trust strategies to enhance security by verifying every access request, regardless of its origin, and ensuring that only authorized users can access sensitive data. https://lnkd.in/dXMiZvY7

Gartner defines security service edge (SSE) as a solution that secures access to the web, cloud services and private applications regardless of the location of the user or the device they are using or where that application is hosted. Netskope is extremely proud of our lead position in the SSE market (3 years in a row😎). But the WHY & HOW are the most important. 🌐 A better user experience. Powered by NewEdge – our global private network, built for speed, resilience and performance 🌐 Better security controls due to more visibility and control. Powered by our Zero Trust Engine: Protecting both approved and unapproved web/saas traffic. Providing patented "instance and activity awareness" Uniquely solving insider risk and data protection. 🌐 A unified and integrated solution. The power of One client, One policy engine, One UI, One private Network. And the icing on the cake is our focus on true partnership and obsession with customer success. Said best by our CEO, Sanjay Beri: Netskope’s vision since Day 1 was to build one of the most positively impactful companies ever in the cybersecurity and networking space—and to do it the right way. We do it with a culture of openness, collaboration, and innovation, and a true belief that what matters is helping fight the cyber-criminals and attackers that cause pain and loss across the world and across industries.

Are You Ready for the Surging Growth in the SaaS Protection Software Market?" Dive into this latest article that explores the imminent upswing in SaaS protection trends. The ever-growing digitized business landscape is pushing the demand for protection and secure functionality, making way for software-as-a-service (SaaS) to provide solutions. Not only does this fascinating piece shed light on market growth prediction so you can future proof your business, but it also unveils dominant players shaping the industry as we know it. With scrupulous details covering economic impacts, product developments, and regional outlooks, get ready to reimagine software security strategy like never before! Insightful analysis coupled with key market indicators unveiled could mark a new era of how businesses operate digitally. Let’s ignite a conversation about this rise - are we looking at a breakthrough moment in cybersecurity? Share your insights! Check out full read here: https://lnkd.in/d6hHBd8i #SaaS #SoftwareProtection #Cybersecurity #BusinessTrends #DigitalTransformation #MarketGrowthPrediction #SecurityStrategy #IndustryLeaders #$B2BTechTalks #$TechInnovation #$FutureOfCybersecurity

Enterprise security solutions should be able to protect data across multiple locations. In order to ensure uniform protection, management platforms should be unified, offering complete visibility across public #clouds. The newly launched Zscaler #AI #DataProtection Platform offers data discovery and protection innovations, enabling users to safely browse and access #workloads from anywhere. Learn more about how you can optimise your security posture with hashtag #Zscaler 👉 http://spklr.io/6049qG5f

First thing I asked a customer recently was, “How confident are you that your data is secure across every channel your team uses?”. It’s a question worth considering for any business. In 2024, Data Loss Prevention software is smarter than ever imagined. Today it solves real problems for businesses beyond just stopping leaks. Expert Insights recently dropped a review of the top DLP solutions, and here are the latest features that I think might make you reconsider your approach to data protection: 1. Insider risks - tools now track user behavior and flag unusual activity before it becomes a problem. If your team handles sensitive data, this can save you from costly mistakes. 2. Simplify cloud security - with many businesses spread across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, modern DLP ensures you can monitor and control data seamlessly in the cloud. Perfect for avoiding blind spots. 3. Stay audit-ready - compliance features are now automated, helping businesses meet GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations without the usual manual headaches. This is a lifesaver for regulated industries. 4. Secure collaboration tools - platforms like Slack and Teams are essential but create new vulnerabilities. DLP solutions now protect shared data without disrupting how your team works. 5. Protect what matters - not all data is created equal. DLP solutions now classify sensitive information and ensure it’s protected, whether it’s stored on your servers, shared in the cloud, or emailed out. Now, this is the multi-channel security I talk about when I explain the importance of DLP tools to our customers. Thorough, flexible, and precise.

The 𝐈𝐃𝐂 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞: 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦-𝐒𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 report is a treasure trove of insights for SMBs looking to navigate the rapidly evolving tech landscape. The report highlights that a whopping 𝟕𝟔% 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐌𝐁𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐈𝐓 𝐛𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬 over the next year, with a 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐈 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬.⁣  ⁣ 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐒𝐌𝐁 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:⁣ 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞: With 50% of SMBs listing security as a top investment priority, it's clear that protecting digital assets is paramount. The report reveals that 62% of organizations experiencing cyberattacks faced business disruptions lasting from a few days to a week⁣ 𝐀𝐈 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐈 (𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐀𝐈) 𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: SMBs are becoming more strategic with AI investments. By 2025, 70% of SMBs will demand clear use cases from vendors before investing in AI technologies. This shift is driven by the need for efficiency and the desire to compete with larger enterprises⁣ 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐲𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝: By 2026, 70% of medium-sized companies will accelerate investments in digital platforms to streamline operations and enhance customer experiences. Additionally, 70% of SMBs will boost investments in hybrid cloud solutions by 2028 to meet rising security demands and support remote work environments⁣ 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲: In 2025, 30% of SMBs will refocus their sustainability efforts on initiatives that provide tangible business benefits and cost efficiencies. This approach will help manage the increased energy consumption linked to technologies like GenAI and cloud computing⁣ 𝐀𝐈 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞: By 2026, 70% of AI-as-a-service technology vendors will offer dedicated SMB solutions with pretrained models, reducing the need for heavy infrastructure investments. This will make AI more accessible and affordable for SMBs⁣ 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Due to the rise in cyberattacks, 60% of SMBs will deploy sophisticated, AI-enabled cybersecurity solutions by 2027. These solutions will include endpoint and network security measures to protect against evolving threats⁣ 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬: By 2027, 60% of SMBs will invest in connectivity technologies that incorporate AI to automate network management, improve experiences, and optimize security.⁣ ⁣ At 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐟𝐭, 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐜𝐨-𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 we are 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐝 to help you navigate the coming wave and ensure that you 𝐮𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐀I whilst 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝. Jose Gomez Cueto Robert M. Shewchuk Nour A. Ryan Vanderveer Hilary Zaborski Think2Thrive